Eyetube Podcasts

John Berdahl, MD; Elizabeth Yeu, MD; and Patti Barkey, a certified ophthalmic executive, join Marguerite McDonald, MD, to discuss neurostimulation as a treatment for dry eye. The three eye care practitioners share their experience with the TrueTear (Allergan) neurostimulator and explain how they educate patients about this treatment.

New Retina Radio continues its biography of anti-VEGF. John D. Pitcher III, MD, picks up the story where we left off: in a world where pegaptanib was the only intravitreal injection approved for treating wet AMD. But a deep dive into the literature and a few calculations on the back of a napkin are about to change retina practice forever. Guests in this episode include Bob Avery, MD; Dave Brown, MD; Anne Fung, MD; Jeffrey Heier, MD; Andrew Moshfeghi, MD, MBA; Kirk Packo, MD; and Philip Rosenfeld, MD, PhD.

From the floor of the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting in New Orleans, Gary Wörtz, MD, meets with Matt Jensen of Vance Thompson Vision. Listen as they discuss the process of creating a successful practice culture-from building effective leaders, to motivating staff members, to going the extra mile for top-notch patient care.

Gary Wörtz, MD, picks the brain of Inder Paul Singh, MD, on the topic of laser floater removal (LFR). Dr. Singh explains his transition from skeptic to advocate, comments on the advantages of laser vitreolysis, and details a retrospective study on patient satisfaction following LFR.

Marguerite McDonald, MD, invites Emily MacQuaid, MD; Wendy Lee, MD; and Laura Periman, MD, to share their expertise on aesthetics treatments such as oculoplastic surgery, filler injections, skin care, and intense pulsed light therapy. Learn more about patient referrals and how ophthalmologists can incorporate aesthetics procedures into their practices.

No life is without its turning points-the key is navigating them. In this episode, Neda Shamie, MD, recounts part of her life story with Gary Wörtz, MD, and shares how she has dealt with some major life-changing events. Find out what led Dr. Shamie down the path to becoming the successful ophthalmologist she is today.

Ike Ahmed, MD, recently joined Gary Wörtz, MD, for an on-stage interview at the ME Live meeting in Nashville. In this live recording, Dr. Ahmed explains how being different enabled him to think differently about glaucoma treatment. The two surgeons also share thoughts on life, MIGS, and more while fielding questions from the audience.

James Loden, MD; P. Dee G. Stephenson, MD; Vance Thompson, MD; and Blake Williamson, MD, join Marguerite McDonald, MD, to share insights into how they explain-and get patients' acceptance for-extended-depth-of-focus and accommodating IOLs. Listen to hear how this panel of experts recommends these advanced IOLs to patients.

George Waring IV, MD, joins Gary Wörtz, MD, to talk about his recent career shift from academics to private practice. Dr. Waring walks through his thought process for making this major change and shares additional insights into Snellen acuity, in vivo IOL modification, and more.

When it comes to the evaluation of a new approach in ophthalmology, surgeons must be confident in their ability to make an informed decision. Robert Weinstock, MD, speaks with Gary Wörtz, MD, to explain his innovative mindset toward investments in the field. Listen as the two surgeons discuss how physicians can learn to trust their instincts when it comes to the investment in new technology.